Feeding for Success: Aligning Dairy Nutrition with Genetic Potential for Milk Fat

Feeding for Success: Aligning Dairy Nutrition with Genetic Potential for Milk Fat

Author: Balchem Animal Nutrition & Health September 15, 2026 Duration: 34:47
Host Scott Sorrell welcomes Dr. Adam Lock of Michigan State University, Dr. Alycia Bales, and Nate Elzinga of Caledonia Farmers Elevator for an in-depth discussion on the presentation Feeding for Success: Aligning Dairy Nutrition with Genetic Potential for Milk Fat. Together, they examine the nutrition and management strategies required to support growing levels of milk fat production while maintaining cow health, performance, and profitability.

Ever wonder what animal scientists talk about after the formal presentations are over and the notebooks are put away? Real Science Exchange-Dairy captures that exact spirit, moving beyond the lecture hall to explore the ideas shaping dairy and animal nutrition. Presented by Balchem Animal Nutrition & Health, this series feels more like a lively, insightful table conversation among colleagues than a staged interview. You’ll hear leading researchers and experts discuss pressing topics in the field, but in a relaxed, unfiltered way that reveals the person behind the data. The dialogue is driven by genuine curiosity and a shared passion for natural sciences, covering everything from emerging research to practical applications. Each episode is an exchange of perspectives, offering a range of new ideas that challenge conventional thinking. It’s a podcast for anyone interested in the real-world science that impacts animal health and productivity, delivered with the authenticity of a discussion among friends. Tune in for thoughtful, accessible conversations that connect complex concepts to the bigger picture of life and scientific discovery.
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